Witness Describes a Bright Object Over Afghanistan

Summary

A U.S. official in Afghanistan reported observing a bright object low on the horizon. The witness, accompanied by a Peace Corps member and a Marine security guard, noticed the object around 3:15 AM. Initially thought to be an extremely bright star, it soon appeared to move in an irregular pattern, shifting horizontally and vertically around a central point. The object briefly disappeared, reappeared, and then rose higher in the sky. Despite clear conditions, the witness couldn't identify it as a known astronomical phenomenon.

During the journey to Kalat, the object remained visible and exhibited changes in brightness, even pulsating for a few minutes. The witness ruled out aircraft or satellites and dismissed the possibility of nearby mountains obscuring the object. The report, though brief, includes precise details about the location, time, and behavior of the object, making it a compelling entry in the UFO archives.